Production Scheduler: ERP/MRP Optimizer & Cross‑Team Lead

Viking Plastics; Corry (Erie County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Plastics in Corry, PA is seeking a skilled Scheduler to translate customer demand into achievable production schedules using the IQMS ERP/MRP system. You will collaborate with production, procurement, customer service, and supply chain teams to balance capacity, inventory, tooling, and staffing while maintaining on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes proactive risk identification, communication, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
• APICS CPIM certification desirable.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (IQMS preferred).
• Familiarity with EDI systems and standard Windows-based software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules using the IQMS MRP system to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Analyze machine capacity, production constraints, and material availability to create realistic schedules.
• Adjust schedules as necessary based on changes in demand, issues, or constraints.
• Enter and maintain work orders within the ERP system.
• Maintain schedule stability and minimize unnecessary changes while meeting demand.
• Communicate schedule changes to production, materials, and customer service teams.
• Coordinate with Production Manager, Tool Room, and materials team to reflect operational conditions in schedules.
• Monitor inventory and planning signals to align with material availability and demand.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory flow and reduce excess inventory.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Proactive communication

Production planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Supply Chain/Operations Management

APICS CPIM certification desirable

Tools

IQMS ERP/MRP

EDI systems

Windows-based software

Job description

Viking Plastics in Corry, PA is seeking a skilled Scheduler to translate customer demand into achievable production schedules using the IQMS ERP/MRP system. You will collaborate with production, procurement, customer service, and supply chain teams to balance capacity, inventory, tooling, and staffing while maintaining on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes proactive risk identification, communication, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting quality,